IND vs NZ third ODI: Rohit Sharma in focus as India eyes series-clinching win over New Zealand

Hamilton Veteran Rohit Sharma's form is under scrutiny, but India seem well on course to seal the series against an injury-ravaged New Zealand in the third ODI in Hamilton on Tuesday (November 10, 2026) even though the seamer-friendly conditions are expected to pose a challenge for the visitors' top order. India lead 2-0 in the five-match rubber, but barring Virat Kohli's majestic knock at Eden Park, none of the other batters, including skipper Shubman Gill and the experienced Rohit, have looked particularly comfortable in conditions that have suited fast bowlers.

For Gill, ensuring a series win will be top of the agenda as he won't be playing the last two games of the series. He will shift his focus to red-ball cricket to prepare for the opening Test against the Black Caps scheduled to be played in Wellington.

A good knock and a series-clinching win will certainly be a big boost for the skipper before he leads the team in a crucial Test series, leaving Shreyas Iyer in charge of the side for the last two ODIs to be played in Tauranga.